Field Operations Specialist

• Serve as a subject matter expert for midstream field operations including natural gas gathering systems pipelines compression facilities valves separators meters pigging operations and associated field equipment.
• Provide advanced operational and technical guidance to Field Operators and field leadership regarding field systems equipment operating practices troubleshooting and operational issues.
• Work closely with the Field Supervisor and Director Field Operations to review Field Operator work operating practices field performance and areas requiring additional development or improvement.
• Train and development Field Operators including new-hire training operational procedures equipment knowledge troubleshooting techniques and safe work practices.
• Evaluate Field Operator knowledge and understanding of equipment procedures and field operating requirements and provide feedback to field leadership regarding additional training or development needs.
• Assist with developing reviewing and improving Field Operator training materials operating procedures checklists job aids and other operational documentation.
• Provide technical guidance to Field Operators while reinforcing consistent operating practices and Company expectations.
• Review field operating procedures and recommend improvements based on operational experience equipment performance safety considerations and industry best practices.
• Provide technical support for natural gas gathering systems compression facilities pipeline systems pigging operations valves separators dehydration equipment measurement equipment and other associated field assets.
• Participate in field walk-downs inspections and operational assessments to identify safety reliability maintenance and operational improvement opportunities.
• Review recurring field issues and work with the Field Supervisor Director Field Operations Engineering Automation Measurement and other departments to develop long-term solutions.
• Communicate with the Engineering team as needed regarding equipment performance facility modifications system improvements operational concerns and field projects.
• Provide field operations input for new equipment pipeline modifications compression projects facility expansions and other engineering or operational projects.
• Support operational readiness commissioning startup and implementation of new or modified field equipment and facilities.
• Assist with identifying and resolving operational safety reliability and compliance-related action items.
• Support the development and implementation of standardized field operating practices.
• Identify opportunities to improve field reliability equipment performance operational efficiency safety and consistency.
• Serve as a technical resource during abnormal operating conditions significant equipment issues system outages emergencies or other complex operational events.
• Provide operational assistance or field coverage when necessary due to staffing shortages call-outs emergencies or other business needs. Routine Field Operator coverage is not the primary function of this position.
• Promote strong communication and collaboration between Field Operations Engineering Maintenance Automation Measurement Environmental Health & Safety and other supporting departments.
• Demonstrate strong ownership and accountability for assigned operational initiatives technical projects training responsibilities and improvement opportunities.
• Promote safe reliable and efficient field operations through continuous improvement knowledge sharing and sound operational decision-making.
• Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.

• Minimum 10 years of experience in natural gas gathering midstream field operations pipeline operations compression operations or a closely related field operations role preferred.
• High school diploma or equivalent required; technical training or related education preferred.
• Extensive knowledge of midstream natural gas field operations and associated equipment.
• Strong understanding of natural gas gathering systems pipelines compression facilities valves separators pigging operations measurement equipment and related field assets.
• Demonstrated ability to serve as a subject matter expert technical resource mentor or lead for field operations personnel.
• Experience training Field Operators or other operations personnel.
• Strong troubleshooting analytical root-cause analysis and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to review field operating practices and identify opportunities for improved safety reliability efficiency and consistency.
• Experience troubleshooting operational issues involving gathering systems compression pipeline equipment valves instrumentation and associated field equipment.
• Experience working collaboratively with Operations Engineering Maintenance Automation Measurement Environmental and Health & Safety teams.
• Working knowledge of applicable safety environmental regulatory and Company requirements associated with midstream field operations.
• Experience supporting operational projects facility modifications equipment installations startups commissioning or other field initiatives preferred.
• Strong judgment and decision-making skills with the ability to develop practical solutions to complex operational issues.
• Strong leadership and mentoring capabilities without requiring direct supervisory responsibility.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently manage multiple priorities and take ownership of assigned projects and operational initiatives.
• Proficient computer skills including Microsoft Office and applicable field operating maintenance and monitoring systems.

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